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Graffiti Prevention & Removal
Remove Graffiti on Private Property
Removing graffiti quickly from your property is the best way to discourage graffiti vandals. By allowing graffiti to remain on your property, you are actually inviting the vandals to return and do the same to other properties in the area. Property with graffiti that is not removed in a reasonable amount of time may be subject to fines under the Graffiti Nuisance Ordinance.
To remove paint or ink graffiti
- • Contact a professional painter or contractor if your are unfamiliar with painting out graffiti or if your property has unique characteristics.
- • Contact your local business association for advice- look under Business Associations in the yellow pages for listings. The City of Seattle has worked with many business groups in the city to combat graffiti, including the Chinatown-International District Association, the University District Chamber of Commerce, the Metropolitan Improvement District, the Pioneer Square Business Improvement Area, the Broadway Business Improvement Area, and the West Seattle Junction Association.
- • Use a pressure washer. Rent one at your neighborhood tool bank or rental agency. Make sure to follow all directions carefully. Pressure washers are also available through the City of Seattle at these locations:
To remove graffiti from glass
A recent development in graffiti vandalism is acid etching on glass. Unfortunately, this type of vandalism results in permanent marking and the glass often must be completely replaced. A short-term solution is to conceal it with a protective or decorative covering. Contact a professional glass company for removal and replacement recommendations.
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